Survey Says: Electrician Employment Drivers by Sector
Among seven sectors, half of all employment is in manufacturing, followed by repair and maintentance.
Among seven sectors, half of all employment is in manufacturing, followed by repair and maintentance.
Savvy building professionals know that upgrades of outdated garage lighting to modern LED technology represent some of the most popular and economically attractive investments in the commercial marketplace today.
November 8, 2022 By Blake Marchand Hosted by HGTV’s Chip Wade, the Seventh Elite Trades IDEAL National Championships wrapped up this Sunday in Tampa, Florida with top apprentices and pros taking home a just under $200,000 in prize money. The Canadian contingent fell short of the podium but put forth an impressive effort, as 6…
UV-C light is a key component to sterilizing your workspace and its equipment. UV-C light kills viruses and bacteria, and has been proven to kill coronaviruses like SARS and MERS. As of June 2020, it is being used all around the globe for this very purpose.
This is the second of a 2-part introductory series on passive infrared (PIR) sensors. Part 1 highlighted how PIR sensors detect motion, discussed the importance of the sensor lens, and the different types of motion that can be detected.
Today, transformers are everywhere, feeding various voltages into our homes and businesses. When a transformer fails in a commercial or industrial environment, that failure can disrupt a significant portion of facility operations.
Section 26 is a general section of the code and applies to the installation of all electrical equipment. Appendix B contains important additional helpful notes. This section is divided into a number of parts, with the general rules 26-002 to 26-014 applying to all electrical equipment and additional parts for specific types of equipment.
January 22, 2025 By Blake Marchand The 2024 IDEAL National Championship was held in West Palm Beach, Florida this past September. This year’s event consisted of 10 apprentices, nine from across the U.S, and one Canadian, Madina Nur from the IBEW 2085 in Winnipeg, MB. IDEAL held ten qualifying events across Canada, with over 500… Read More…
January 24, 2025 NEW Up to 75% of product costs in rebates for energy efficient products or interest-free financing for up to 24 months. Get rebates Before You Buy, at the counter, or After You Buy with mail-in and instant rebates. Before you Buy Instant Rebates No paperwork required. Save at the counter when you… Read More…
Data centres are the backbone of our digital world. They serve as the foundation for various online activities like streaming, e-commerce, website/app usage, Digital transformation. Read More…
January 20, 2025 The total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $739.5 million (-5.9%) to $11.7 billion in November, a second consecutive monthly decline. The residential sector led the decrease, followed by the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits issued in November declined 5.8% from the previous… Read More…
January 24, 2025 Agence Ricard is proud to announce the arrival of Fred Dozois as new business development specialist for the South Shore of Montreal. With over 10 years of experience in the electrical industry, Fred brings an impressive wealth of knowledge and skills that will strengthen the team at Ricard. Recognized for his expertise,… Read More…
January 24, 2025 Exciting transformations are happening at Graybar Canada. Across the nation, Graybar branches are getting a refreshed look, inside and out. These updates reflect their dedication to maintaining modern, welcoming spaces that showcase the strength of their brand and world class manufacturer partners. From sleek new shelving to vibrant wall murals, these renovations are designed… Read More…
January 24, 2025 Franklin Empire are pleased to announce the new address of their London, Ontario branch. Address:552 Newbold StreetLondon, Ontario N6E 2S5 Source Read More…
January 24, 2025 The Ontario government has launched the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program to target highly-skilled immigration for four rural and northern regions with a high demand for skilled labour: Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, Sarnia-Lambton, and Thunder Bay. REDI enables local employers in these communities to attract up to 800 additional… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.